Copper Canyon Profile
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| This series of gorgeous canyons is wonderful for hiking, birding, or just enjoying nature from a log cabin lodge. |
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| Bike Riding | | | challenging mountain bike rides |
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| Hiking | | | Excellent potential for hiking; local guides are a must |
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| Walking | | | A great place to walk and enjoy nature |
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| Museums | | | Museum of Tarahumara crafts in Creel |
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| Sightseeing | | | Lots of nature-and cultural-related places to visit |
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| Handicrafts | | | Unsophisticated but charming crafts made by the Tarahumara |
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| Shopping | | | Unusual items like pine baskets, some humble and lovely |
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| Birdwatching | | | Variety of ecosystems |
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| Cultural Activies | | | The Tarahumara practice a unique form of Christianity |
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| Rivers | | | Half dozen rivers formed these canyons, challenging hikes reward with rivers |
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| Ranch | | | Stay at ranches throughout the canyons |
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| Village | | | Several towns and villages are departure points for treks, good places to revel in canyon life |
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| Town | | | Several towns and villages are departure points for treks, good places to revel in canyon life |
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| Dry | | | Dry climate; snow at the top, in winter |
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| Nature | | | ...at its finest! |
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| Simple | | | Great experiences for hearty adventurers |
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| Luxurious | | | Some lovely lodges at the canyon's rim |
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| Winter | | | Can be challenging at the top, but a great time to hike to the canyon's floor |
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| Summer | | | Great at the rim; a bit hot at the canyon's floor |
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| All Year | | | Winter can be challenging at the rim |
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| Gringos-mixed | | | Plenty of visitors to conoodle with |
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| Mexican Community | | | Lots of interaction with locals |
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| Remote | | | Great for lovers of the rustic and remote |
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| Expensive Hotels | | | Best Western in Creel |
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| Mid-Range Hotels | | | Lots of modest hotels |
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| Budget Hotels | | | Plenty of budget options |
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Camping/RV | | | Camping throughout the canyons; arrange ahead or contract local guides |
